Yes – you can still be intimate with your partner. Urinary leakage during sex is more common than you think and can occur in women of all ages. However, the frequency varies greatly depending on the type of bladder weakness...
Going through menopause is a natural part of a woman's life. We're told to expect hot flashes and maybe some mood swings. But did you know menopause can also affect your ability to suppress urine leaks? A decrease in estrogen...
How can medical conditions affect the bladder? Various unrelated conditions can put you at risk for bladder issues. However, these types of incontinence have a good chance of improving or resolving once the underlying condition is treated. Conditions may include:...
Almost 400 million people worldwide are living with bladder weakness. Despite these incredibly high stats, incontinence awareness isn't taught in school, nor is it really something people like to acknowledge or think of as a common issue. The taboo around...
It is common for expecting and new mothers to experience small bladder leakage. Pelvic floor training can help prevent and improve the condition. What to anticipate when you're pregnant Did you know your body moves organs to accommodate your new...
Mixed incontinence is a condition where you experience both stress incontinence (involuntary leakage when pressure is applied to your abdomen) and urge incontinence (when your bladder is overactive). However, you will probably notice that one of the two is more prominent. Strengthening your pelvic...
You're laughing and having a good time when you unexpectedly leak. Unfortunately, the same might happen when you cough, sneeze, jump or lift heavy loads. These symptoms indicate that you may be dealing with stress incontinence, the most common type...
Many women may experience frequent urges to urinate and, in addition to this, feel forced to plan their lives around bathroom visits as a familiar and depressing part of their daily routine. Unfortunately, urge incontinence can occur even if you've...
Causes and types of incontinence. Involuntary leaks; That's what urinary incontinence boils down to. But did you know there are several types of urinary leakage and different causes? Know your condition While millions of people experience involuntary leaks, many people...
